Korina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Korina is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek word 'kore' and has maintained its feminine qualities throughout its history. The name lacks direct biblical relevance but has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its variants, such as Corina and Karina, offer alternative styles. Today, Korina is often associated with beauty and elegance.
The name Korina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Korina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Korina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6429th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2928th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1987th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3009th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5435th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Korina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Korina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈriːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Korina is derived from the Greek word 'kore', meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter'. It is often associated with the goddess Persephone, who is also referred to as Kore in Greek mythology.
Meaning
maiden, daughter
Language Evolution
Kore (Ancient Greek), Korina (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Korina has been used in various cultures but gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly influenced by Greek culture and heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Corina, Karina, Cory, Kori
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Korina is viewed as a unique and feminine name, often associated with beauty and grace. Its Greek roots give it an exotic appeal.
Famous People
Korina Sanchez - Filipino television host and actress, Korina Longo - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Korina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Korina"
"Korina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6429th of 12526 | 63 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2928th of 19264 | 392 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1987th of 27321 | 1,011 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3009th of 35406 | 840 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5435th of 30306 | 284 |
Regional Popularity of "Korina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Korina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
79.76% 2806th/3518 |
56.18% 2272nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
71.40% 2631st/3685 |
63.20% 2828th/4475 |
38.60% 2005th/5194 |
19.65% 1241st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
37.02% 2707th/7313 |
29.16% 2176th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
69.23% 4723rd/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Korina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Korina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.